Defense
Pentagon official says list of banned Web sites could grow
Popular sites such as YouTube were blocked because they were "bandwidth hogs," official says.
Defense
NSA seeks to open classified network to allies
Under plan, Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and New Zealand would get access to Secret Internet Protocol Router Network.
Oversight
Watchdog group seeks probe of Education Department use of e-mail
Organization says it was told some Education employees use private e-mail accounts for official business; department says that's not the case.
Defense
Report: DHS unit fails to fully disclose use of personal information
To comply with privacy laws, agency must detail how data collected from international air travelers is used, GAO says.
Tech
Lawmaker asks Defense not to block YouTube, MySpace
Rep. Edward Markey, D-Mass., says it would be better for the military to ration limited Internet resources.
Defense
Devices to detect radiation in cargo face scrutiny
In letter seeking an investigation, lawmakers say Homeland Security appears to be rushing a testing and certification program.
Defense
Progress cited on ‘marathon’ Defense business systems upgrade
GAO continues to encourage creation of a chief management position to sustain changes across administrations.
Defense
States cite high cost of upgrading driver’s license systems to meet federal rules
Reengineering computer systems to meet Real ID Act requirements could cost more than $1 billion, state officials say.
Tech
TSA breach prompts call for new data protection measure
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, says procedures to protect personal information and penalties for violations are critical.
Defense
Homeland Security data-sharing systems criticized
Computer-based counter-terrorism system to connect all 50 states is duplicative, lawmaker says.
Defense
Bush orders agencies to develop emergency operations plans
Directive says emphasis should be placed on geographic dispersion of leaders and staff to keep services going.
Defense
Federal ID card standards draw harsh criticism
Proposed Homeland Security regulations under Real ID Act could pose a threat to security by making counterfeiting easier, state officials say.
Defense
Labor union files suit over TSA data loss
Union wants agency to develop new security procedures and grant administrative leave to deal with fallout from the breach.
Defense
No date yet for full e-records exchange between VA, Defense
Two departments have made some progress with short-term projects to share health information, GAO says.
Tech
Agencies prepare for new telecom services
Citizens who communicate with the government will not see changes, but will benefit from tighter security and various enhancements.
Defense
Homeland Security eyes biometrics checks for air exits
Department still lacks a timetable for verifying when foreigners leave the country through Canada or Mexico.
Tech
NASA employees object to data-gathering actions
Agency officials say they are following President Bush’s rules and that requirements are consistent with those across government.
Defense
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Tech
Data breach bill sets notification requirements
Measure asks agencies or businesses to tell consumers if their information is believed to have been accessed improperly.
Tech